In the afternoon, Qiao Yuanshan brought Meng Yang and his sister, Meng Xue, to the secluded courtyard where Li Pin resided.0

Children from poor families often mature early. Despite his young age, Meng Yang was very sensible. He knew exactly what it meant for them that Li Pin was willing to take them in.0

As soon as they arrived, Meng Yang immediately led his sister in performing the three kneels and nine kowtows ritual.[1]0

That evening, Wen Yusheng held another banquet. During the meal, he smiled and suggested, "Martial Saint Li, are you considering taking Meng Yang as a disciple? Yuanshan recently inquired and found that Meng Yang indeed has great talent. In just half a year, he mastered the Body-Tempering Fist Technique that Yuanshan himself passed down years ago.0

"It was precisely because of this talent that Meng Ren decided to support his martial arts training, hoping to change his life. If you are willing to take him as a disciple, I can arrange for a formal apprenticeship ceremony right away."0

"No need," Li Pin replied. "I'm not in the habit of taking disciples. Whether he learns martial arts by my side is entirely up to him. If he chooses...0